Anticipatory guidance in caries prevention for adolescents is similar
to that of young children:
Encourage and assist in referrals for dental visits that can provide preventive strategies such as dental sealants, topical fluoride, plaque and calculus removal, and restorative measures.
Promote a healthy diet with rare snacking on sugary or acidic foods and liquids. Counsel on risk of vending machine options as these are often placed in locations that teens frequent.
Encourage and empower parental assistance in oral hygiene for adolescents with special health care needs.